Trump Edges Past Biden in Polls Amid 2024 Election Showdown

May 6, 2024
Trump Edges Past Biden in Polls Amid 2024 Election Showdown
  • In a recent online poll, former President Donald Trump leads President Joe Biden by a 2-point margin as the 2024 election approaches.

  • Trump's lead is attributed to voters' confidence in his ability to handle major issues such as the economy, inflation, crime, immigration, and foreign affairs.

  • Despite trailing on policy issues, President Biden is considered more 'personal favorably,' and is viewed as more 'honest and trustworthy' than Trump.

  • The poll indicates Biden's approval rating at 35% and disapproval at 57%, while Trump has a retrospective approval of 44% and disapproval of 50%.

  • In a broader five-way race including third-party candidates, the Biden-Trump preference remains consistent with the two-way race dynamics.

  • 80% of Trump's supporters are willing to stand by him even if he is convicted in the ongoing New York hush-money trial.

  • The upcoming election is portrayed as pivotal for American democracy, with both candidates emphasizing the significance of the outcome for the nation's future.

Summary based on 11 sources


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